Comparison

Easy Aurora vs Borealis

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Easy Aurora

Track and predict aurora activity with real-time data, interactive maps, and global webcams. Get detailed forecasts for cloud coverage and Kp-index, plus solar wind information. Enhance your experience with customizable alerts and live tracking features.

Highlights
  • Interactive map with cloud coverage and aurora forecasts
  • Global webcam access
  • 24-hour cloud coverage and Kp-index predictions
  • Real-time solar wind data
  • Latest sun photos and solar flare list
  • Customizable aurora and solar flare alerts
Features
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Discover the magic of the Northern Lights with Easy Aurora! Whether you're a seasoned aurora chaser or a complete beginner, Easy Aurora makes it simple to track and predict aurora activity with ease. Features: - Interactive Map: View multiple layers including cloud coverage, one-hour aurora forecasts, and combined views. - Webcams: Watch the aurora from all over the world, thanks to webcams accessible directly from the map. - Forecast: Access 24-hour cloud coverage forecasts and Kp-index predictions. - Solar Wind: Get real-time solar wind data from the DSCOVR satellite, including wind speed, particle density, IMF Bz, and IMF Bt. - Sun: Admire the latest photos of the sun and browse the list of recent solar flares Go further with Aurora Pro : - Use the Compass to find the best direction to look at with the most probability of auroras. - Receive real-time aurora activity alerts and solar flare alerts. - Customize your alerts to suit your preferences. - Track solar wind data live with the Live Activity feature. - Stay updated effortlessly with the Watch App - Every Pro feature is compatible with Family Sharing. Download Easy Aurora today and never miss a chance to witness the breathtaking Northern Lights! Terms Of Use (EULA) : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy : https://github.com/a-leblond/privacy-policy/blob/main/easy-aurora.md

About

Borealis

Features
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See the northern lights at the right time and place with Borealis, your personal aurora tracker and forecast. Premium and ad free. Top features + AI Aurora Predictions based on space weather and solar wind data + Smart Aurora Alerts when the Northern Lights are likely, anywhere in the world + Interactive Map to tap anywhere and check aurora conditions + Live aurora webcams from top viewing regions How it works Borealis uses real‑time geomagnetic data to estimate aurora chances by location. It also factors in space weather signals, including solar wind and interplanetary magnetic field readings from satellites, to calculate the probability. Whether you’re planning a trip, chasing the perfect photo, or just hoping to catch a glimpse from home, Borealis helps you catch the lights without guessing. Download Borealis and plan your next aurora night.

Screenshots

Easy Aurora4 screens
Borealis4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Easy Aurora at none against Borealis's shown. Easy Aurora also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Easy Aurora sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Borealis sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Easy Aurora versus Borealis: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEasy AuroraBorealis
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 5 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexis LeblondViktor Gidleaf

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Easy Aurora

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro$24.991 Year
4 purchases

Borealis

One-time4
  • Borealis Pro 1$0.49
  • Borealis Pro 2$3.99
  • Borealis Pro 3$7.99
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  • Borealis Pro 4$11.99

Questions

Is Easy Aurora free?
Easy Aurora is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Borealis free?
Borealis is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Easy Aurora or Borealis have ads?
Borealis shows ads; Easy Aurora does not.
Which is updated more often, Easy Aurora or Borealis?
Easy Aurora ships an update every 5 days, and Borealis every 5 days. Most recently, Easy Aurora was updated on November 4, 2026 and Borealis on October 30, 2026.

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